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United Airlines

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At a glance

United Airlines is the third largest airline in the nation.  It’s headquartered in Chicago, which is also the location of the largest United hub.  United has a collection of co-branded credit cards that allow you to rack up miles, gain access to lounges, and more. This article directory gives you the resources to plan out your travel strategy for United Airlines.

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Star Alliance

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Buzzworthy

  1. United puts its swankiest jet on new flagship Hawaii route
  2. 7 great airline mileage programs for booking Star Alliance awards
  3. United will launch a new credit card this spring — here’s what we know
  4. The ultimate guide to United Club access
  5. What we know about the data breach targeting frequent flyer info

Latest Reviews

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TPG round-up: 5 worst economy meals in the sky
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8 ways the United Polaris long-haul experience has changed
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The good – and bad – of flying United’s transcon Polaris during the pandemic
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Flight review: United’s A320 in Economy Plus from New York to Denver
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My last trip before coronavirus: Flying United basic economy, from Denver to Austin
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The best transcon US flight: Comparing American Flagship First, JetBlue Mint and United Polaris

Essential Reading

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United Airlines baggage fees and how to avoid paying them
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Your ultimate guide to United Airlines partners
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A comprehensive guide to United Airlines’ new same-day flight change policy
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Latest Deals

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Save on warm-weather trips with United’s ‘under $70 to over 70’ sale
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Act fast: United award flights from just 3,000 miles or $29 each way
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Deals of the week: Amtrak kids travel free, $40 transcon flights and more
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Book now: Nonstop, business-class award availability for 2+ passengers from the US to South Africa
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Deal alert: U.S. cities to Mexico from $164 round-trip
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Fare war: United and Alaska drop transcontinental business fares to $368 one-way

All United Stories

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The best airline credit cards of March 2021
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United trims 2 Vail routes, boosts other outdoor destinations in latest pandemic adjustment
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United boosts Boeing 737 MAX commitment with 25-aircraft order
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How many passengers have US airlines banned for not wearing masks?
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How to redeem miles with the United MileagePlus program
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Alaska Airlines announces status match for select elites, no challenge required
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How to travel more for fewer miles with United’s Excursionist Perk
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The best credit cards for United Airlines flyers
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United adds one-stop bus service to 2 Colorado destinations
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Plane-spotting time; St. Martin is now open again
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New guest restrictions coming to United Club, all Star Alliance lounges
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Earn up to 75,000 miles with these new, increased United credit card offers

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